Category Archives: Acne

Melanocytes are the cells responsible for the pigmentation in the skin. Their activity can be increased in response to inflammation. When skin becomes hyperpigmented from an injury, it is called “post inflammatory hyperpigmentation” or PIH. This is particularly prevalent in darker skin individuals, where there is more melanocytic activity, but can occur in lighter skin …

Acne affects 85% of people between the ages of 12 – 24. There are various types of acne that range from simple black/white heads, papules/pustules, to the cystic breakouts. It’s the cystic acne that leads to most of the scarring. Acne scarring can have a impact on one’s appearance leading to a significant emotional toll. Lack of …

The Infini is quickly being recognized by the aesthetic physicians as a very powerful tool to tighten facial and neck skin with very little downtime (less than 36 hours). It has also proven to have an extremely low risk profile, with very few long term side effects noted, even in tan or dark skinned individuals. For …

Revance RT001 is a topical treatment that is a neurotoxin or “neuromodulator”. This means that it decreases the muscle activity, similar to Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, and Xeomin. However, unlike the current FDA neuromodulators, Revance RT001 can penetrate through intact skin, whereas all the others require needle injections. Although the Botox injections are fairly quick and cause …

The Dermapen is used in conjunction with PRP and PPP in the video above. The Dermapen 3 is a motorized microneedling device that can produce over 1300 dermal penetrations per second. The micro-injuries that are created cause an inflammatory response that ultimately causes collagen production. The injury to the dermis is fractional, only a small …

All of these answers were done before the Infini was invented. It might be the best option for acne scars currently. See also this link – blog about Acne Scars. Q: Looking for a laser to remove post acne marks! (Photo) A: PIH from acne can be treated with topicals usually. PIH is treated in most …

Acne is a fairly universal problem, affecting 80% of the population at some point of their lives. A subset of people suffer from moderate to severe forms of the disease and seek medical attention. It’s the number one reason that people seek out a dermatologist. Treatment options consist of topical medications, oral medications, life …

Q: Shouldn’t 30 units of botox be sufficient for glabellar 11’s? (Photo) A: Movement persists after 30u of Botox – several reasons Someone with a very strong glabella can’t expect to have complete movement cessation with Botox. There is a scale 0-4 and you can expect 1-2 drops in the scale with proper placement and …

Dr. Weiner answers questions about Botox Botox was originally FDA approved for treating stabismus (lazy eye) and blepharospasm (spasms of the eyelids) in 1989. When treating around the eye, patients and doctors were noting the wrinkles around the eyes were improving and brows were elevating. Studies were then initiated by Drs. Jean and Alastair Carruthers …